Achieve Miami, a nonprofit dedicated to equalizing educational opportunities for students throughout Miami-Dade County, proudly announces a two-year, $500,000 grant from the Helios Education Foundation to support its Teacher Accelerator Program (TAP), a groundbreaking initiative addressing the region’s critical teacher shortage.
Launched in 2023, TAP recruits, prepares, and mentors aspiring educators – including college students and career changers – equipping them with the skills, training and mentorship needed to succeed as a teacher in Miami-Dade. The program offers a one-semester course followed by a six-week paid internship, creating a clear and accessible path to certification and becoming a full-time teacher in a public, private or charter school…